The holiday season is right around the corner! And nothing can ruin your holiday spirit quite like fraudsters and scammers stealing your information. You can protect your Vibe Visa® Debit and Credit Cards with a few simple measures. Lindsey, Card Services Representative here at Vibe Credit Union, suggests these three easy steps for peace of mind while shopping this holiday season.
Download the Vibe Card Controls App
Knowledge is power, and the power is in your hands! Enroll in the Vibe Card Controls App to stay up to date on all your card activity. You can set up customized card controls, alerts, and even turn your card on and off. The Vibe Card Controls App also includes these awesome features:
- Receive real-time notifications for transaction activity as well as spending limit alerts.
- Turn your card off temporarily if it’s missing.
- Limit card use by location, merchant type, or dollar amount.
Use the Tap-to-Pay Contactless Payment Feature
Technology is on your side! When paying with your Vibe Visa Debit and Credit Cards in person at participating merchants, simply give your card a quick tap, and your payment will be processed in seconds! By forgoing swiping or inserting your card, you can avoid skimming devices on card readers, which are meant to steal your card’s information.
Additionally, your cards are conveniently enabled for use with Apple Pay®, Google Pay™, and Samsung Pay™ mobile wallets. Just tap your phone on the card reader at participating merchants, and you’re good to go! It’s fast, easy, and yet another way to protect your card information from theft.
Shop Safely Online
Shopping online definitely has its perks – it’s easy, convenient, and you don’t even have to leave your home! But purchasing online can also put your information at risk. When shopping online, only shop with merchants that you know and trust. If you do find yourself buying a gift from a merchant you’ve never shopped with before, be sure to verify that the checkout process is secure. You can confirm the website is secure by looking at the website’s URL at the top left corner of your browser. If there is a closed lock icon and the URL begins with “https,” then you’ll know it’s secure!
Beware of Public Wi-Fi
Public Wi-Fi is just that – public. This means your personal information could be available to hackers and scammers. So be sure you’re using a secure, private internet connection when purchasing online.
We Have Your Back!
We have advanced security and continuous fraud monitoring to protect you from suspicious card activity. And your purchases are always protected whether you are shopping online or in person. So go ahead and reach for your favorite Vibe Visa Debit and Credit Cards this holiday season!
